What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at CITY OF FRANKLIN?
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
This is routine police work concerned with the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Work in this class involves limited phases and responsibilities of law enforcement. New employees work with and receive assistance from more experienced employees of the department and are taught the fundamentals and more advanced phases of police work by superior officers who closely supervise their performance. This class ranks immediately below that of Police Sergeant.
Minimum Requirements:
Unless otherwise specified, all requirements listed below must be met by the filing deadline for application for admission to the examination. Must meet all requirements of the Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Law, including being a citizen of the United States and of legal age. Must not be less than 21 years of age. Applicant must possess one of the following: high school diploma, high school equivalency certificate, high school transcript, affidavit from the issuing high school, associates or bachelors degree, or college transcript, any one of which must indicate that graduation has occurred or a degree awarded. Any Louisiana applicant who presents a home study diploma shall submit necessary documentation indicating Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) approval of the home study curriculum. Non-Louisiana applicants shall be required to present proof of completion of a high school curriculum which has been accredited by the applicant’s state, or its state-approved agency. A certification of completion shall not be sufficient to substitute for a diploma or equivalency certificate. Must possess a valid driver's license. After offer of employment, but before beginning work in this class, must pass a physical examination, the selection and administration of which shall be authorized by the Appointing Authority, designed to demonstrate good health and physical fitness sufficient to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without accommodation.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $41,150.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
Ability to Commute:
- Franklin, LA 70538 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $41,150
